| Broiler | Label rouge chicken |
Breed | Fast growing | Slow-growing, hardy breeds |
Slaughter age | 35∼40 days | After at least 81 days |
Breeding environment | No standard | - 2 sq. m. per poultry for the "free-range" appellation - unlimited space for the "total freedom" appellation |
Poultry house size | 2,000 sq. m. maximum | 400 sq. m. maximum |
Poultry density in poultry house | 20∼25 chickens per sq. m. | 11 chickens per sq. m. maximum |
Feed | No standard | 100% plants, minerals, and vitamins, containing at least 75% of cereals |
Guarantee quality | No standard | Regular inspections with organoleptic analysis |
Third party inspections | No standard | Independent organization approved by INAO |